Live: Voters cast their ballots on decisive Midterm election day
Entering Election Day, Republicans held a majority in both chambers of Congress, and Democrats were favored in polls.
( NewsNation ) — Voters in all states are deciding on pivotal races in their home states and in Washington, D.C., Tuesday, with the first polls closing at 6 p.m. ET.
Entering Election Day , Republicans held a majority in both chambers of Congress. The Democrats have been favored to take over control in both chambers, but several races are considered a toss-up or slightly leaning one way or the other.
NewsNation provides comprehensive coverage of the 2026 midterm elections like never before, with live results powered by Decision Desk HQ and expert analysis. Stay tuned for race calls after the polls close Tuesday night.
Control of Congress: Republican, Democratic paths to majority
In the House, either party needs 218 seats to be the controlling party. In the Senate, Democrats need 51 total seats, while the Republicans — who hold Vice President JD Vance's tie-breaking vote — need 50 total seats.
NewsNation's special coverage of the election, Decision Desk 2026: Election Night in America, begins at 7 p.m. ET and will run into the early morning hours.
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